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College and Career Readiness
Course: ESP180

First Term: 2022 Fall
 Clock Hours:    40
Grading Basis: CLK






Description: This college and career readiness course is designed to prepare students for the rigors and expectations of post-secondary education. Students will learn essential professional skills required for success in the workplace, as well as learn vital academic skills required for success in the classroom. Students will be introduced to educational pathways for career exploration, learn how to write a professional resume, cover letter, conduct mock interviews, and gain a better understanding of post-secondary funding options.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate professional skills by learning and working in a diverse academic environment. (I)
2. Demonstrate effective time management strategies to meet course deadlines. (I)
3. Apply effective study habits for academic success in the classroom. (I)
4. Apply effective memory strategies in preparation for taking an exam. (I)
5. Identify educational pathways for Emergency Medical Technicians. (II)
6. Gain an understanding of funding options available for post-secondary settings. (II)
7. Create a resume and cover letter for an entry level Emergency Medical Technician position. (III)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Skills for Academic Success
   A. Professional skills
      1. Teamwork
      2. Communication
      3. Professionalism
      4. Personal responsibility
      5. Critical thinking and problem solving
   B. Academic skills
      1. Time management
         a. Goal setting
         b. Organization
         c. Managing time conflict
         d. Self motivation
      2. Study habits
         a. Planning and preparation
         b. Note taking
         c. Textbook reading
         d. Study groups
      3. Test taking
         a. Memory strategies
         b. Study plan
II. College Readiness
   A. Educational pathways
      1. Community College
      2. University
      3. Other Postsecondary options
   B. Exploring financial options
      1. Exploring Financial Aid
      2. FAFSA
      3. Part time vs full time student
      4. Academic impact on financial aid
      5. Scholarships
      6.Grants
III. Career Readiness
   A. Job search
   B. Resume
   C. Cover letter
   D. Interview Skills
   E. Interview Etiquette
 
Clock Curriculum Committee Approval Date: 3-11-2022

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.